Companies that have helped me on my journey
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Camping / Equipment & Accessories, Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Expeditions, My Blog, Overlooked Survival Items
Survival Shelter
Without Survival Shelters, our chances of surviving would have been significantly diminished We set off from Resolute,on Resolute Bay, (74° 43’ N and 94° 53’ W), in the territory of Nunavut, Canada, to walk/ski for 648 km (403 miles), pulling our food and equipment bound for the Magnetic North Pole. James and I were issued with a Terra Nova Tent that was proven to withstand harsh Arctic conditions. It is known for being lightweight even when frozen, as well as being tough and durable. The tent provides a shelter for cooking, eating and sleeping and surviving the night. For 12-hour each day I leaning into my harness in order to drag my pulk loaded with its precious cargo northwards over…
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Microfibre Towels
Microfibre Towelling are super absorbent, ideal for every outdoor adventure They’re amazingly fast drying; which is remarkably good for a day’s hiking, gym, the beach, camping and the rigors of expeditions into the wilderness. Importantly they help you warm up pronto! Whatsoever my adventure, I always carry a lightweight microfibre sports towel; it packs down into such a small pouch. I strongly suggest to my fellow adventurers to do the same. They are very absorbent and can hold up to seven times their own weight in water and are antibacterial – removing up to 99% of bacteria with just water; importantly making them eco-friendly, hygienic and safe for health. They’re incredibly soft and…
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Camping Stove
Camping stove need to be trusted by fellow hikers, trekkers, adventurers and survivalists for its reliability! A dependable camping stove can make a significant difference in challenging outdoor situations. Test it at home or on short hikes first. So on an adventure your stove of choice will be based on your experience. My personal experience – Every breakfast and evening meals our robust MSR® XGK™ stove’s powerful flame melted snow and ice giving us lifesaving boiled water incredibly fast so we could enjoy a drink and by rehydrating our freeze dried meals – eat… This was so necessary during the Polar Race, probably the world’s toughest race; – starting from…
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Hygiene – Outdoor
Toilet Paper or Wet Wipes ??? Wet wipes are the best innovation for personal hygiene and gentle on your bitsduring events and adventures.Some brands are very eco-friendly, for example; My Happy Planet’s GenieWipes –are 100%biodegradable and best of all, they’re totally plastic free.Toilet paper is light but bulky and must be protected from getting wet; no onewants soggy tissues. As with all supplies you carry with you, they are rationed;you are issued 3 sheets per dump: one up, one down and one too polish!Opus Genie Wipes are tiny pellets that take up almost no space, light and easyto carry in your pocket or bag. However, when you add just a…
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Woodsman Knife with matching Firesteel
Roger Harrington; I designed the Woodsman Knife in 1999 to fullfil my needs as a Bushcraft/Survival instructor. I was still serving in the reserve forces at the time teaching in both civilian life ( As Bison Bushcraft ) and in my military role. I needed a strong bushcraft knife that wasn’t the overkill of issued military blades. It had to be something capable of the fine detail needed for bushcraft projects, but still be able to cope with heavy duty work. I settled on 4mm thick blade stock not only for strength but the ability to split wood. The Scandinavian grind profile at 27 degrees Is both stable and strong…
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Camping / Equipment & Accessories, Climbing / Caving, Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Marine, Mountaineering, My Blog
Cordage
Cordage has endless potential uses… It is a must-have for every adventure, from a day’s hiking or the rigours of long expeditions into the wildernesswith all the necessary quality requirements – “Strength, Flexibility, Durability and Lightweight”. There are so many ways will come in handy during family camping holiday, on a day’s hiking, sailing or out in the remote wilderness; on occasions it is the survivalist best pal…. My personal cordage preference is Dyneema – I always carry a 50 m spool (weights 120g), diameter 1.8 mm with an average break load of 455 kg. It has a smooth and hard wearing polyester cover for easier handling and smoother running. Dyneema is lightweight, high…
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Sleeping Bag
A Sleeping Bag is your must-have when ‘Sleeping under the Stars’. An average person can survive up to 3 Hours outside of the body’s core temperature** Choosing the right sleeping bag is like picking the perfect companion for your adventures. With a plethora of styles, sizes, and features available, it becomes a deeply personal decision tailored to your preferences and needs. There’s a diverse range of options, from singles to doubles, square-shaped to snug mummy designs, each crafted to cater to specific requirements. Some boast water-resistant materials, others feature antibacterial fabrics, and a few even come equipped with built-in mosquito nets, offering not just comfort but also protection. From camping…
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Insect Repellant Clothing
Anti-Insect Bite Clothing Based on my own experience I support Craghoppers anti-insect bite clothing range. NosiLife is a treatment built into the fabric that offers defence from the worries of irritating insect bites; also reducing the possibility of infection and contracting diseases. Anti-insect bite clothing gives campers, trekkers and adventurers peace of mind and the opportunity to enjoy travel anywhere! Scottish Midges feasted on me. #livealifetodiefor #MoreThanMyPast #itsrogerx
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Safety and Rescue Knife
Your Safety and Rescue Knife is the ideal survival tool made for emergency situations. The Safequip Rescue knives are an essential safety tool to carry with you on the water. Whether tangled in rope or needing to be released urgently, it can cut you or a companion out of danger. The compact Rapid Ti has a corrosion resistant Titanium blade with one serrated edge and one smooth edge that incorporates a line cutter into the blade. The blade is blunt ended for safety which makes it an ideal compact rescue knife. The moulded handle is fitted with a metal shank at the base which can be attached to a lanyard…
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Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Electronics / Navigation, Electronics / Security, My Blog
LED Flashlight
Every Adventurer and Survivalist, be it a Trekker, Backpacker, or Climber, relies on this essential tool to navigate the unexpected and unplanned challenges that darkness brings. A compact hand-held LED flashlight, engineered to be powerful, rugged, and water-resistant, exceeds expectations by brilliantly illuminating vast areas. If your running late and dusk is closing in, your Flashlight will certainly help you set up camp, find the WC or walking the dog. They work in so many different situations and exhibit a better battery life. A LED Flashlight / Torch is an crucial survival tool – it gives benefits beyond ‘Light’ High-powered , LED Flashlights the Magnum with a long, spot beam reaching…
